Notting Hill Carnival is the largest street party in the whole of Europe. Notting Hill Carnival is the most chaotic and colourful event to take place in London. Every year over two million people attend this two-day celebration of Caribbean culture.
Unlike other local festivals Notting Hill Carnival has absolutely nothing to do with English culture. Nor is it a part of the religious carnival season associated with Catholic Lent. Instead Notting Hill Carnival is a Caribbean Carnival that celebrates London’s Afro-Caribbean community.
Notting Hill Carnival first began in 1966 and has been held annually ever since. The carnival is organised by key members of London’s West Indian and Afro-Caribbean community.
Notting Hill Carnival is the time of year when the whole of London comes together and embraces unity and cultural diversity. It doesn’t matter what your age, race, country or culture is, everyone is welcome at Notting Hill Carnival.
